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Essentials For a Fresh Summer Face

Laura Pagliaroni Skin Care Apr 22, 2016 Comments Off

As summer approaches, change abounds. Thick blankets of snow give way to lighter, sun-filled days. Wardrobe layers trade for breezy fabrics. Shortened days lengthen. Without a change in care, our skin lacks the fresh luster the summer season promises. Try these essentials for achieving a fresh summer face.

Bulk up

Bulk up on fruits, veggies and water. Summer provides a bounty of freshly picked diet options. Begin now to enjoy fruit smoothies and veggie based meals. Your skin does reflect what you eat. Also, drinking plenty of water hydrates your skin from the inside and helps clear breakouts. Water is your skin’s best ally. Choosing a healthy diet gives you a healthy glow.

Strip down

The winter layers of sweaters and scarves strip off as the summer approaches. Prepare your beauty regimen to do the same. Find exfoliating products which will smooth skin. Be cautious to find products that lift away dead skin cells, but do not strip the skin of essential oils. Deep cleansing and microdermabrasion treatments are options to give this process a jump start.

Taking a clue from your wardrobe, switch heavier winter skincare products for lighter more heat-friendly versions. Consider oil free, lightweight and breathable options. Cleansers, moisturizers and foundation should be traded for a summer counterpart.

Catch zzz’s

Even with longer days of activity, be sure to catch your zzz’s. Lack of sleep decreases skin health as water balance cannot be restored, aging is accelerated and skin conditions are aggravated. Also, dark circles from too few hours in bed reduce the freshness of your look.

Fight

Sunscreen is crucial year-round to fight aging and other harmful effects of UV rays. As summer approaches, amp up the daily application if this is not already part of your routine. Look for a matte finish, oil-free formula. For the heat producing months of the year, zinc and titanium-based sunscreens work to reduce oil while the product protects. Give self-tanners a try for a sun-kissed look.

Move

Exercise is vital for whole body health. Regarding your skin, getting active brings oxygen and nutrients to the skin, something healthy cells need. The stress relieving properties of physical movement may also benefit the skin. As you move, your mood is elevated, and this bears excellent advantages for the freshness of your skin.

Take a cue from the changes outside and change-up your routine to rejuvenate your skin. A few healthy changes can lead to a fresh face ready to enjoy the summer sun.

How to Exfoliate Your Face Using Homemade Ingredients?

Laura Pagliaroni Skin Care Mar 03, 2016 Comments Off

With spring fast approaching, you should be on the hunt for a superb exfoliant that will make you skin glow. Don’t worry you because you won’t have to look far. The perfect exfoliant could be hidden in your kitchen cupboards. What follows are a few ways to make a homemade skin exfoliant from ingredients in your kitchen

The Basic Kitchen Exfoliant

Baking soda can replace many harsh and toxic household cleaners and apparently store bought skin exfoliant when combined with sea salt which will exfoliate. Take half a teaspoon of salt and one teaspoon of baking soda. If your skin is sensitive, you can add some olive oil to soothe inflammation and irritation.

Oats, Honey, and Apple Vinegar Exfoliant

Who knew that oats and honey could make more than a satisfying breakfast? Two to three teaspoons of ground raw oats and honey with a fourth of a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar creates an adventurous exfoliant that will leave your skin feeling fresh and anew. The amount of honey depends on how sticky you want the mix. The vinegar smooths it out. You can add a drop of basil oil or tea tree oil to quicken the healing process.

Oatmeal, Honey, and Egg White Mask

One cup of plain oatmeal combined with half a cup of honey and one egg will create an intense pasty textured exfoliant that will hydrate the skin. Next time you’re preparing a bowl of oatmeal, put some aside for your next homemade facial.

Argan Oil Exfoliant

Arian oil is a lightweight oil made from the Moroccan Aegean tree. It has restorative and age-defying effects, and it deeply hydrates hair, nails, and skin. Like the recipes as mentioned above, it is also edible, as it can replace olive oil in your favorite vinaigrette. In this instance, can add a few drops of the oil to one teaspoon of crushed almonds, half a teaspoon of honey, half a teaspoon of milk, and half a teaspoon of tomato juice to create an amazing Homemade skin exfoliant.

Cucumber and Avocado Exfoliant

Not only does the combination of cucumbers and avocados make an excellent salad, but it is also good for face masks as they contain soothing oils and hydrating elements. Mix it with strawberries, honey, oatmeal or ground almonds to create a viscous skin exfoliant and probably a delicious smoothie. Try concocting a combination of a fourth a cup of grated cucumber, diced avocado, and one of the previously mentioned ingredients.

Application

Once you’ve mixed your ingredients, apply it in a circular motion and let it sit for about 15 minutes then rinse it off with cold water to close your pores. Afterwards, use a good moisturizer or sunscreen to lock in that moisture. Please be advised not to use the other exfoliants more than three days a week. If used excessively, your skin will dry out.

Is Your Skin Ready For Summer?

Laura Pagliaroni Skin Care Jun 09, 2015 Comments Off

As the weather warms and the beaches beckon, it’s natural to want to go outside and take advantage of the good weather. Whether this means donning that seldom-worn bikini or exchanging jeans for shorts, summer means that you’ll be showing a lot more skin than during other seasons in the year. Unfortunately, many times you encounter a barrier to your perfect outdoor summer: your skin just isn’t ready. Before you go outside, there are five questions to ask yourself to see if your skin is ready for summer:

Do you suffer from acne?

Acne, or the presence of clogged pores that results in redness, blackheads, or pus-filled bumps, can often be a significant sign that your skin isn’t ready for you to show it off just yet. During summer, it is most commonly found on the back and upper arms, and results from the collection of sweat, dirt, and oil that accumulates due to increased heat. The solution is to shower often, exfoliate, and use a topical medication if necessary.

Is your skin dry and flaky?

If you live in an area where it gets hot but not humid in the summer, you’ll need to apply a moisturizer cream to make sure that your skin doesn’t show signs of flakiness or cracking. This is most often found on the legs and arms, as well as on the face. Moisturizers come in many different varieties, but it helps to look for one specifically meant for dry and flaky skin.

Is your skin dull and scaly?

Dull skin results from the accumulation of dead skin cells on the outer layer of skin, a problem that causes a scaly effect at times. To solve this problem, exfoliation, or the removal of dead cells and other matter through an abrasive movement, is key – you can use an exfoliating wash, or a tool such as a shower loofah, which rubs away the dead cells. Make sure to use moisturizer after exfoliating, to reduce the risk of dry skin.

Are you at risk of sunburn?

Prolonged exposure to the sun, especially its ultraviolet radiation (which is stronger in the summer), can lead to sunburn and, in more serious cases, to skin cancers including melanoma. If you have fair skin, live in a hot and sunny climate, or have a family history of skin cancer, take precautions such as wearing a high-SPF sunscreen and covering up with long sleeves and hats.

Do you get rashes or irritation?

This may be the result of allergens present in the air during spring and summer – anything from pollen to insects may cause allergic reactions that lead to redness, swelling, itching, and/or unsightly bumps. The first step to taking care of this is uncovering the source; from there, you can apply bug spray, anti-itch cream, or oral medication as necessary.

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